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Wizards Notes: Wall, Porter, Brooks

July 27th 2017 at 7:40pm CST by ChrisCrouse

John Wall, who signed a four-year, $170MM extension with the Wizards this offseason, said the decision to stay in Washington was an easy one to make, Chase Hughes of Comcast Sportsnet relays.

“Returning to the only team I’ve known in my professional career was an easy decision for me,” Wall said. “…I understand my role as the leader of this franchise and I will continue to work hard to improve my game and make our team better. Washington, D.C., is my second home and I take seriously my efforts in the community and look forward to strengthening that bond. Our fans are amazing and I’m excited to bring them and this city continued success and a team they can be proud of.”

Here’s more from Washington:

  • Owner Ted Leonsis believes the Wizards will be title contenders after locking up Wall long-term, Hughes passes along in the same piece. “This signing means stability for the Wizards for years to come and solidifies our commitment to drafting and then developing talent here at home.  It’s John’s unique blend of skill and leadership that makes us a championship-caliber team,” Leonsis said.
  • The team brought back Otto Porter on a four-year, $106.5MM deal this summer and part of the reason for the move was to maintain continuity, Leonsis added (via Hughes in a separate piece). “The data points are, for the most part, the teams whose core has stayed together have good results,” Leonsis said.
  • With Wall sticking around long-term, the Wizards have a clear vision for the future, Zach Rosen of NBA.com argues. Rosen adds that Scott Brooks is known as one of the best developmental coaches in the league, which should help to maximize the team’s talent.
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